The Chicago Bears feature a new play-caller this season in head coach Ben Johnson, and our trusted projections expect their pass/run mix to tilt 1.1% more towards passing than it did last season (in a neutral context).A passing game script is implied by the Bears being a -6.5-point underdog in this week's contest.Given their underlying play style and matchup dynamics, the leading projections forecast the Chicago Bears to run on 39.2% of their chances: the 6th-lowest frequency on the slate this week.The projections expect the Bears to call the 8th-fewest offensive plays among all teams this week with 62.7 plays, given their underlying strategic approach and game dynamics.This game will be played in a dome—meaning zero wind, higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and better passing efficiency.
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